Candidate Mechanical Engineer (ECSA)

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Mokopane, Limpopo
Full-time
Posted 2 hours ago
Full-time Engineering Code 08
R50 250 – R66 250/month
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Job Description

This petrochemical plant in Mokopane needs a mechanical engineer who is as comfortable on the plant floor as in the design office. Someone who likes a bit of variety, but also likes doing things the right way, will enjoy this.

The site is in Mokopane; early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying. The first two weeks are spent shadowing someone experienced.

What you'll actually do

  • Run vibration, thermography and oil analysis programmes on critical equipment
  • Mentor candidate engineers and artisans on technical problems
  • Write scopes of work and compare contractor quotes
  • Manage shutdowns: planning, spares, contractors and safe restart
  • Plan and track preventive maintenance in the CMMS with the artisans and planners
  • Prepare the maintenance budget and report monthly on spend

Must-haves

  • Able to manage contractors and budgets
  • BEng or BSc Eng in Mechanical Engineering, or a BTech or Advanced Diploma for technologist roles
  • Code 08 licence for site visits
  • Three or more years working as a qualified engineer, in industry or consulting
  • Working knowledge of the OHS Act and General Machinery Regulations

Extra points for

  • Reliability or asset management certification
  • Finite element analysis skills
  • Experience with SAP PM for maintenance

What you get

  • Study support for postgraduate courses
  • Medical aid and retirement fund contributions
  • Performance bonus tied to plant availability

How to apply for this job

  1. Check you meet the must-haves first; recruiters filter on those before anything else.
  2. Have the following on hand (clear photos on your phone are fine at first): certified copy of your ID plus degree certificate and academic record.
  3. Use the form on this page. It takes about two minutes and you don't need to upload anything yet.
  4. Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 7 working days.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Mokopane; applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

Applying is free. Nobody from How2Apply will ever ask you to pay for anything to get this job.

How to stand out

  • If you hold a GCC, say which one and when you got it. It opens senior plant posts.
  • Keep the CV to three pages. Link to a short portfolio of designs rather than attaching large files.

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Job details
SalaryR50 250 – R66 250/month
Job TypeFull-time
LocationMokopane, Limpopo
CategoryEngineering
Experience3+ years
LicenseCode 08
Posted29 September 2026
Closing Date24 October 2026
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